Seahawks on 'The MMQB 100'

July 13, 2015 4:14 PM

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No. 65: Darrell Bevell

"(Darrell) Bevell has been dealt a unique hand: a quarterback who can’t do much from the pocket but can be magical outside of it; an offensive line that is mediocre and a group of receivers that -- sorry, Doug Baldwin -- is also very so-so," Andy Benoit wrote. "Do you have any idea how complicated Bevell’s play-designing process must be? Contrary to popular opinion in the Pacific Northwest, the 45-year-old play-caller has made the best of it. Or close to it, anyway." less

No. 65: Darrell Bevell

"(Darrell) Bevell has been dealt a unique hand: a quarterback who can’t do much from the pocket but can be magical outside of it; an offensive line that is mediocre and a group of ... more

"The Most Interesting Man in Football is key not just to the Seahawks’ title hopes this season, but to their longterm offensive identity as well," Robert Klemko wrote. "What is Seattle without Beast Mode? And specifically, what kind of quarterback is Russell Wilson—due for a new contract next offseason—without one of the top three running backs in football? Seattle likely won’t have to find out anytime soon, as Lynch re-upped for three years and $31 million." less

No. 55: Marshawn Lynch

"The Most Interesting Man in Football is key not just to the Seahawks’ title hopes this season, but to their longterm offensive identity as well," Robert Klemko wrote. "What is Seattle ... more

"Fans and media seem more concerned about these contract negotiations than (Russell) Wilson and (Mark) Rodgers appear to be," Andrew Brandt wrote. "Rodgers has refused to take the media bait to express any tension to the discussions, characterizing the talks as 'positive' and 'robust' and sending long position statements (there will be lawyers…). Agents are a reflection of the player they represent; team executives roll their eyes when agents make comments with public demands or non-negotiable deadlines." less

No. 48: Mark Rodgers

"Fans and media seem more concerned about these contract negotiations than (Russell) Wilson and (Mark) Rodgers appear to be," Andrew Brandt wrote. "Rodgers has refused to take the media ... more

"Arguably football’s top corner, Richard Sherman’s play on the field, and willingness to speak his mind, makes him the most visible defensive player in the sport," Klemko wrote. "If he’s not the modern-day answer to Muhammad Ali, he at least shares the Champ’s unique ability to see the forest and the trees." less

No. 41: Richard Sherman

"Arguably football’s top corner, Richard Sherman’s play on the field, and willingness to speak his mind, makes him the most visible defensive player in the sport," Klemko wrote. "If ... more

"In New Orleans, Graham beat double teams with regularity, with Drew Brees putting the ball up high where only the 6-foot-7 tight end could get it," Gary Gramling wrote. "Expect Wilson to do the same often. (Remember Chris Matthews’ Super Bowl performance?) And with Marshawn Lynch and now Graham, Seattle should be all but unstoppable in the red zone. That would have come in handy on a certain evening last February." less

No. 32: Jimmy Graham

"In New Orleans, Graham beat double teams with regularity, with Drew Brees putting the ball up high where only the 6-foot-7 tight end could get it," Gary Gramling wrote. "Expect Wilson to ... more

"Carroll’s flair for improvising apparently fell in a rhythm and bordered on basic, leaving one of the greatest coaches of a generation with a sour taste in his mouth," Klemko wrote. "The good news: Carroll’s ability to bounce back from failure is the main reason he’s on this list." less

No. 13: Pete Carroll

"Carroll’s flair for improvising apparently fell in a rhythm and bordered on basic, leaving one of the greatest coaches of a generation with a sour taste in his mouth," Klemko wrote. ... more

"Once you know Russell, you’re never surprised by anything he does," Paul Chryst wrote. "But you appreciate what he’s able to do. It’s the same with any great player: He trusts his preparation and he trusts who he is as a competitor." less

No. 5: Russell Wilson

"Once you know Russell, you’re never surprised by anything he does," Paul Chryst wrote. "But you appreciate what he’s able to do. It’s the same with any great player: He trusts his ... more